International Direct - Bachelor of Science - Environmental and Sustainability Studies

Program Description

International direct students at Utah Global receive:

• Exclusive and rigorous academic coursework
• Priority access to in-demand courses that fit their interests
• Guidance from academic advisors and mentors
• Career development and networking opportunities
• Intensive classes with domestic students

Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ENVST) is a STEM interdisciplinary program that offers a major with several emphases. The curriculum explores ecological systems and the impact of human-environment interactions from the perspectives of the natural sciences, the social and health sciences, and the humanities. The U’s program strives to foster an understanding of the multi-faceted issues of the environment and sustainability and finding solutions through systemic analysis, peer learning, and community engagement, social responsibility, leadership, and having a science-based focus on solutions and integrated problem solving. Students can also complete one of the following emphases:

• Air, Water, and Health
  
• Conservation and Land Management
• Ecojustice Education
• Food Systems and Community